Former three-term Michigan governor John Engler has been a long-time advocate for manufacturing — both in the state and around the country. He served for six years as president and CEO of the National Association of Manufacturers and is now president of Business Roundtable.

Former Michigan governor John Engler will lead a new advisory board for Grand Rapids-based private equity firm Blackford Capital; The inventor of frozen garlic bread, Cole’s Quality Foods, is launching its Tasty Tailgate Tour on Friday in East Lansing and Kalamazoo.